Macaroni Salad - Quick and Easy

Submitted by Chef #682819

"I created this recipe from one I got from a Company's Coming Cookbook. It's been altered and is now perfect. It's quick and simple, make sure to follow the measurements exactly and you're sure to enjoy!"

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 946.36 ml water
• 473.18 ml macaroni noodles
• 118.29 ml celery, chopped
• 236.59 ml dill pickle, chopped
• 236.59 ml medium cheddar, cubed
• 157.80 ml ham, diced (optional)
• 177.44 ml Miracle Whip
• 44.37 ml mustard
• 2.46 ml salt
• 2.46 ml black pepper

directions

1. Boil Macaroni in water until noodles are cooked. Be sure not to over cook.
2. Drain noodles and allow to cool completely. This is very important, if they are too warm when you add the other ingredients the cheese will melt.
3. In a large bowl combine noodles, celery, pickles, cheese and ham. Toss to combine and set aside.
4. To make dressing combine miracle whip, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir well.
5. Pour dressing over salad and mix well.
6. Chill for approximately 1 hour. If you need to serve it immediately place into freezer for 10 -15 minutes (no longer or it will freeze). Best served cold.